With the exception of all the trouble we have faced in the past couple of years, I consider myself lucky to be facing such a severe financial crisis at an early age. Why? Well, I am able to at least learn a thing or two that may assist me in my future endeavours.

Anyway, setting that aside, let’s talk about investing in education. By that, I mean, furthering your academic qualifications as well as skills.

I have read quite a few articles supporting the notion of expanding your knowledge and skills during this troubled times, and I have to say, I am in full support of that idea.

Apart from university, I am also doing a couple of courses by distance education. One is Diploma of Financial Services (Financial Planning) and the other is Certificate of Professional Freelance Journalism.

The question is, which one is better? Better in terms of quality (i.e. which one prepares you better) as well as which one opens up more opportunities later on.

Before university, I did my foundation studies in a Malaysian college. After that, I applied into a university in Australia and got accepted into its dual degree in Bachelor of Laws & Bachelor of Commerce (Accounting) program.

However, if I was better informed back then, perhaps I would’ve done things differently. At the moment, I actually see merits in A Levels and Diploma. It seems like with these two, your options of what to do later on is much wider. Correct me if I’m wrong though.

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This blog is about the journey of a 33-year-old Malaysian towards financial freedom. This blog was started back when the blogger was 21 years old. However, his journey towards financial freedom had begun way before that. Materials such as investing, business, entrepreneurship, equities, and real estate are presented. The author also posts his thoughts and observations on life in general. At the moment, the focus of this blog will be about his schools and his passion. Read More…